Buttonbox Camping Weekend |
A weekend of camaraderie, camping and running dogs suitable for teams of all sizes and abilities. Typically held the 3rd weekend of October
Participation must be approved by Jamie. |
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Suomi Hills Run |
An intensive 4 day continuous format training exercise designed for mid/long distance teams. As a group, 6 back-to-back 25 mile runs are completed, with camping rest periods (“checkpoints”) in between. Typically held over Halloween weekend.
Participation must be approved by Jamie. |
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Moccasin Run
December 2008
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Moccasin Run Training Event
“Geared towards training mushers and their dogs”
200-Mile Learning & Training Event - Iditarod and Beargrease Qualifier
Organizer – Jamie Nelson
Chief Vet – Paul Masheimer
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Focusing on Learning: |
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- To run dogs sensibly to finish strong |
- Practice checkpoint procedures & efficiency |
- Proficiency caring for dogs |
- Winter camping techniques |
- Mental preparedness |
- Having fun running dogs, whether racing or winter camping |
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All rules for Iditarod apply, including mandatory gear. If you are using this for a Beargrease qualifier, you should be ready to carry Beargrease mandatory gear – you will also be required to carry a cooker. There will be 2 unassisted wilderness checkpoints.
There are as many ways to care for dogs and yourself, as there are mushers. There is no right or wrong way, but there are some guidelines that could help you do better.
Qualifying is not a given. You must show to Jamie and Paul that you and your dogs are a team that can do 1100 miles or go u
p and down the North Shore with competency.
Note: This event must be run on snow with sleds to count as an Iditarod qualifier.
We are also inviting those who want to learn and are not planning on qua
lifying for a bigger event to come and join us. You will be involved in all the learning experiences, but don’t have to do all the miles.
- Jamie Nelson
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Points to Ponder: |
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- The trail will NOT be marked. Teams will be traveling, more or less, together. |
You must be prepared to feed and care for your dogs and yourself out on the trail, including both
wilderness checkpoints. |
- Patience will be required. There will be a lot of stopping and waiting on the trail. Patience will be required for both mushers and dog teams – come prepared. |
- Iditarod and Beargrease rules will be followed regarding required gear, food and equipment – rules are available online and a copy will be available on-site prior to the start of the run for reference. |
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Moccasin Run Entry Form
Entry Fee -
$350.00 for qualifiers
$300.00 for all others
Name:______________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________
Phone:________________________
Are you using this as an Iditarod qualifier? _____________________
Beargrease qualifier? _________________
Disclaimer: I agree to hold the Moccasin run sponsors and other contributors harmless from any claim or demand based on any alleged action or inaction by myself, my dogs, agents or others acting on my behalf. I also agree to release Moccasin Run sponsors and agents and employees from any claim or demand resulting from injury to my dogs, my property, or myself. Further, I give the Moccasin Run the unqualified and unrestricted authority to release my name, address and to otherwise collect information and photographs for advertising, public relations, or other publicity purposes.
Signed _____________________________________ Date _______________________
Mail entries, along with payment by check or money order to:
Jamie Nelson
68588 Danyluk Rd,
Togo, Minnesota
55723
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